1959 AC Ace vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 636 kg more than 1959 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Ace | Falcon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |